¯\_(ツ)_/¯ shrug

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Meaning & usage

Shrug (¯\_(ツ)_/¯) forms a text-based face or gesture.

Keep the complete sequence together so the expression retains its intended shape.

U+00AF U+005C U+005F U+0028 U+30C4 U+0029 U+005F U+002F U+00AF identifies this exact shrug form; copying the character preserves its Unicode identity, while its appearance depends on the font or emoji renderer.

shrug is a sequence of 9 Unicode code points, not a single character. Keep every part when copying it: removing a joiner, selector or component can change the result.

How to type shrug

Windows

Use Win + . for the emoji and symbol panel, or Character Map for supported fonts. In Microsoft Word, enter each hexadecimal code (AF + 5C + 5F + 28 + 30C4 + 29 + 5F + 2F + AF) and press Alt + X. There is no universal decimal Alt code for this character; legacy Alt codes depend on the code page.

Mac

Open Character Viewer with Control + Command + Space and search for shrug. With the Unicode Hex Input keyboard enabled, hold Option and enter the UTF-16 units shown above. Standard Option shortcuts do not cover every Unicode symbol.

Linux

In compatible GTK applications, press Ctrl + Shift + U, enter AF + 5C + 5F + 28 + 30C4 + 29 + 5F + 2F + AF, then Enter. Enter each code point separately for sequences. Other desktops or apps may require their character picker.

iPhone & Android

Look for shrug in your emoji keyboard if available, or copy it here and paste. Save frequently used symbols as a text replacement or keyboard shortcut; availability varies by keyboard.